Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
•
Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
•
Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
•
Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
•
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
•
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.
•
Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
•
Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.
•
Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
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•
Be careful not to forget your unlock codes for the screen lock, accounts, and other
security features. If you forget an unlock code, you will not be able to use the device if
you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused
by forgotten unlock codes.
•
Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,
Apps
→
you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, tap
Settings
→
About device
•
Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To view
the information, tap
→
Battery information
Apps
→
Settings
.
→
About device
→
Regulatory information
Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information
.
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Device overheating situations and solutions
When the device heats up while charging the battery
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast
charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or
performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot,
the charger may stop charging.
Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the
device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.
•
If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB
cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved
one.
•
When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.
The wireless charging or fast charging feature is only available on supported models.
When the device heats up during use
When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods,
your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any
running apps and do not use the device for a while.
The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat. Depending on
the functions and apps you use, these examples may not apply to your model.
•
During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data
•
When downloading large files
•
When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods
–
When playing high-quality games for extended periods
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–
When recording videos for extended periods
–
When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting
–
When connecting to a TV
•
While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)
–
When using Multi window
–
When updating or installing apps while recording videos
–
When downloading large files during a video call
–
When recording videos while using a navigation app
•
When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts
•
When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight
•
When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature
•
When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception
•
When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable
•
When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as
liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead
•
When you are roaming
Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Keep the device updated with the latest software.
•
Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.
•
Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.
•
Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when
not in use.
•
Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
•
If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If
the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
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Device limitations when the device overheats
When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may
turn off to cool down. This feature is only available on supported models.
•
If the device becomes hotter than usual, a device overheating message will appear. To
lower the device’s temperature, the screen brightness and the performance speed will be
limited and battery charging will stop. Running apps will be closed and you will only be
able to make emergency calls until the device cools down.
•
If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, a power off message will
appear. Turn off the device, and wait until it cools down.
Precautions for operating environment
Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to
avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire.
•
Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.
•
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.
•
Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a
car in the summertime.
•
Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating
mat.
•
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high
pressure containers.
•
Never use a damaged charger or battery.
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Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
•
Device
•
Quick start guide
•
The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
•
The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
•
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
•
You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
•
Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
•
Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.
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Light sensor
Microphone (SM-T710 model only)
Device layout
Device
Touchscreen
Front camera
Power key
Volume key
Home key (Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
Recents key
Loud speaker
Headset jack
GPS antenna
Microphone (SM-T810 model only)
Memory card tray
Back key
Loud speaker
Multipurpose jack
Push clip
Rear camera
Push clip
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•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
–
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
–
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
•
Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
•
Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Keys
KeyFunction
•
Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Power
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
Recents
Home
Back
Volume
•
Tap to open the list of recent apps.
•
Tap and hold to launch the split screen view.
•
Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.
•
Press to return to the Home screen.
•
Press and hold to launch
•
Tap to return to the previous screen.
•
Tap and hold to access additional options for the current
screen.
•
Press to adjust the device volume.
Google
.
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Battery
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and plug the USB cable into the
1
device’s multipurpose jack.
Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.
2
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger
3
from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
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Viewing the remaining charging time
While charging, open the Home screen and tap
Battery
.
The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the
charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you
charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
•
Optimise the device using the device maintenance feature.
•
When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Power key.
•
Activate power saving mode.
•
Close unnecessary apps.
•
Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.
•
Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.
→
•
Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced, such as emails.
•
Decrease the backlight time.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
Battery charging tips and precautions
•
When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
•
If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately
when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the device.
•
If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
•
Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower
charging speed due to a lower electric current.
•
The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
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•
If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not
function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
•
While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not
affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the
charger may stop charging.
•
If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged.
Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.
•
If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre.
Power saving mode
Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.
On the Home screen, tap
1
Tap
2
3
CUSTOMISE
mode.
Tap
APPLY
.
to change the power saving settings before entering power saving
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Battery
→
MID
.
Maximum power saving mode
In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery consumption by applying the
dark theme and limiting the apps and features available. Network connections, except for the
mobile network, will be deactivated.
On the Home screen, tap
1
Tap
2
CUSTOMISE
saving mode.
to change the power saving settings before entering maximum power
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Battery
→
MAX
.
Tap
3
After entering maximum power saving mode, on the Home screen, tap
to use. To remove apps, tap
To deactivate maximum power saving mode, tap
mode
APPLY
.
The estimated battery usage time may vary depending on your device settings and
operating conditions.
.
→
Edit
and select an app with .
→
Disable Maximum power saving
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Memory card (microSD card)
Installing a memory card
Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards
may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and
type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.
•
Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
•
Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
•
The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat
the card or will not recognise the card. If the device does not recognise your
memory card, format it on your computer.
•
Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
•
When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the
My Files
→
SD card
folder.
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Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the memory card tray to loosen the tray.
1
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.
Pull out the memory card tray gently from the memory card tray slot.
2
Place a memory card on the memory card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing
3
downwards.
Insert the memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot.
4
•
If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
•
Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
On the Home screen, tap
Storage settings
Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the memory card tray to loosen the tray.
1
Pull out the memory card tray gently from the memory card tray slot.
2
Remove the memory card.
3
Insert the memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot.
4
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing
information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the
memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the
misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.
→
Apps
SD card
→
Settings
→
UNMOUNT
→
Device maintenance
.
→
Storage
→ →
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Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
On the Home screen, tap
Storage settings
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
→
Apps
SD card
→
→
Settings
Format
→
→
FORMAT
Device maintenance
.
→
Storage
→ →
Turning the device on and off
Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power key, and then tap
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where
the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Power off
.
Restarting the device
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume
Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
Power key
Volume Down key
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Controlling the touchscreen
•
Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.
•
To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
•
The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.
•
Leaving the touchscreen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touchscreen when you do not use the
device.
•
It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.
Tapping
To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character
using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with a finger.
Tapping and holding
Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
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Dragging
To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
Double-tapping
Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
Swiping
Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe
upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts.
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Spreading and pinching
Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Home screen
Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.
To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the
bottom of the screen.
A widget
An app
A folder
News screen indicator. View
the latest articles in various
categories.
Favourite apps
Screen indicators
Apps screen icon
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Home screen options
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access
the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home
screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen,
and more.
•
Wallpapers
•
Widgets
app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.
: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.
: Add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that launch specific
Adding items
Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.
To add widgets, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap
widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.
Widgets
, tap and hold a
Moving items
Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location.
You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home
screen.
To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
To move an item more easily, tap and hold an item, and drag it to
screen. The item will move to the panel at the top of the screen. Swipe to the left or right to
move to another panel and drag the item to a new location.
Move apps
at the top of the
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Removing items
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to
the screen.
Remove shortcut, Delete
, or
Remove
Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps.
On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.
1
Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
2
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.
at the top of
Tap
3
To move apps from a folder to the Home screen, tap the folder, and then drag an app to the
Home screen.
To delete apps in a folder, tap the folder, and then drag the app you want to delete to
Remove shortcut
Enter folder name
To change the folder colour, tap
To add more apps to the folder, tap
add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Home screen.
at the top of the screen.
and enter a folder name.
.
ADD
, tick the apps, and then tap
ADD
. You can also
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Managing panels
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.
To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap
To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to
the screen.
To set a panel as the main Home screen, tap
.
Remove
.
at the top of
Using quick options
On the Home screen, tap and hold an app icon or folder to quickly access options.
Apps screen
The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.
On the Home screen, tap
left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen.
Apps
to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the
Moving items
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
→
Edit
On the Apps screen, tap
To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location.
Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps you want.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
On the Apps screen, tap →
1
Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.
2
Edit
.
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Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
3
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.
Tap
4
To delete a folder, tap
be relocated to the Apps screen.
Enter folder name
To change the folder colour, tap
To add more apps to the folder, tap
add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Apps screen.
and enter a folder name.
.
ADD
, tick the apps, and then tap
on the folder. Only the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will
ADD
. You can also
Rearranging items
You can rearrange items in alphabetical order on the Apps screen.
On the Apps screen, tap
→
Sort
→
Alphabetical order
.
Searching for items
You can search for apps on the Apps screen or from
On the Apps screen, enter characters in the search field. The device will search for and display
Galaxy Apps
or
Play Store
.
the items containing the characters you entered.
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Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table
below are most common.
The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the
status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
IconMeaning
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
GPS activated
Alarm activated
Mute mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery charging
Battery power level
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Lock screen
Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and
automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.
The screen is locked with
Press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction to unlock the screen.
To change the screen lock method, on the Apps screen, tap
→
security
When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or fingerprint for the screen lock method, you can
protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device. After
setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it.
Screen lock type
Swipe
, the default screen lock method.
, and then select a method.
Settings
→
Lock screen and
•
Swipe
•
Pattern
•
PIN
•
Password
the screen.
•
None
•
Fingerprints
recognition for more information.
: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.
: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.
: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.
: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock
: Do not set a screen lock method.
: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint
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•
You can unlock your device’s screen remotely from the Find My Mobile website
(findmymobile.samsung.com) using your Samsung account. To use this feature,
the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi and you must sign in to your Samsung
account.
•
If the unlock code is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not
reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by
forgotten unlock codes.
•
You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code
incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. On the Apps screen,
Settings
tap
Auto factory reset
→
Lock screen and security
switch to activate it.
→
Secure lock settings
and tap the
Notification panel
Using the notification panel
When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more
information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel,
swipe upwards on the screen.
You can open the notification panel, even on the locked screen.
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Switch between user accounts
You can use the following functions on the notification panel.
or add new user accounts.
Quick setting buttons
Tap a notification and perform
various actions.
Block notifications from apps.
Launch Settings.
Clear all notifications.
Using quick setting buttons
Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification
panel to view more buttons.
To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings,
tap and hold a button.
To rearrange buttons, tap
another location.
→
Reorder buttons
, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to
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Delete a preceding character.
Finder
Search for a variety of content with a keyword or search for nearby devices.
Searching for content or nearby devices
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap
tablet and scan for nearby devices
Enter a keyword in the search field or tap
To get more refined results, tap
To search for nearby devices, tap
information.
.
and say a keyword.
Filter
under the search field, and then select filter details.
QUICK CONNECT
. Refer to QUICK CONNECT for more
Setting search categories
You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields.
Tap
→
Settings
→
Select search locations
and select categories.
Entering text
Search
Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send emails, create memos, and
more.
Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.
Enter uppercase. For all caps,
tap it twice.
Enter symbols.
Change the keyboard settings.
Break to the next line.
Move the cursor.
Enter a space.
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Changing the input language
Tap →
Languages and types
→
MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES
, and then select the
languages to use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input
languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key.
Additional keyboard functions
Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon
depending on the last function that was used.
•
: Enter text by voice.
Change the voice input
settings.
•
: Switch to handwriting mode.
Start or pause entering text by
voice.
Switch to the standard
keyboard.
Change the keyboard settings.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
: Add an item from the clipboard.
•
: Enter emoticons.
•
: Switch to the floating or split keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another
location by dragging the tab.
•
: Change the keyboard settings.
View information about
editing handwriting.
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